
Explore the interactive satellite map of South Kinangop, a city in Nyandarua County, Kenya, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for South Kinangop β all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of South Kinangop.
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| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 0.7264° S | 36.6526° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -0.7264 | 36.6526 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 0° 43' 35" S | 36° 39' 9" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 0° 43.584' S | 36° 39.1548' E |
| City | South Kinangop |
| State | Nyandarua County |
| Country | Kenya |
| Continent | Africa |
| Time Zone | +03:00 |
| Population | 3,929 |
| Elevation | 2,536 m / 8,321 ft |
| GPS (DD) | -0.7264, 36.6526 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from South Kinangop to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around Nyandarua County.
| City | State | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engineer | Nyandarua County | NW | 16 km | 10 mi | ~16m | 🗺 View |
| Ndunyu Njeru | Nyandarua County | NW | 22 km | 14 mi | ~22m | 🗺 View |
| Ol Kalou | Nyandarua County | NW | 59 km | 37 mi | ~59m | 🗺 View |
| Ol Kalau South Settlement | Nyandarua County | NW | 61 km | 38 mi | ~1h 1m | 🗺 View |
| Upper Gilgil | Nyandarua County | NW | 71 km | 44 mi | ~1h 11m | 🗺 View |
| Kasuku | Nyandarua County | NW | 73 km | 45 mi | ~1h 13m | 🗺 View |
Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Nyandarua County, the home state of South Kinangop, along with each city's aerial distance from Ol Kalou, Nyandarua County's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Gilgil | -0.2121° S | 36.2725° E | 2,710 m | 14 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ol Kalou | -0.2709° S | 36.3792° E | 2,348 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mairo Inya | 0.0254° N | 36.4087° E | 2,294 m | 33 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ol Kalau South Settlement | -0.2744° S | 36.34° E | 2,565 m | 4 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Engineer | -0.6054° S | 36.5763° E | 2,618 m | 43 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ndunyu Njeru | -0.5459° S | 36.5618° E | 2,450 m | 37 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kasuku | -0.131° S | 36.3789° E | 2,418 m | 16 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ol Joro Orok | -0.0747° S | 36.3629° E | 2,390 m | 22 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Homa Bay | -0.535° S | 34.4531° E | 1,193 m | 216 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kisii | -0.6773° S | 34.7796° E | 1,694 m | 184 km | 🗺 View Map |
Nairobi Wilson Airport IATA: WIL 69 km (43 mi) from South Kinangop |
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The exact GPS location of South Kinangop gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Nyandarua County. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats β DD, DMS and DDM β are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Nyandarua County state-level map data
Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for South Kinangop are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.
The satellite view of South Kinangop lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full Kenya map
South Kinangop sits within Nyandarua County, Kenya, in the Africa region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities
Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of South Kinangop for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Nyandarua County. › Browse every city in Nyandarua County
Coordinates for South Kinangop in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Kenya. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of South Kinangop are latitude -0.7264° and longitude 36.6526°. In directional format: 0.7264° S, 36.6526° E. These coordinates mark the center of South Kinangop in Nyandarua County and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.
South Kinangop is a city in Nyandarua County, Kenya, on the continent of Africa. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, South Kinangop sits at: Latitude 0° 43' 35" S and Longitude 36° 39' 9" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.
South Kinangop has a population of approximately 3,929 people. This is roughly 0.561% of Nyandarua County's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Nyandarua County.
The interactive satellite map of South Kinangop is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -0.7264, 36.6526 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate South Kinangop in Nyandarua County. For broader context, explore the Nyandarua County state map or nearby cities.
The nearest airport to South Kinangop is Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL), roughly 69 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.
South Kinangop is approximately 59 km (37 mi) from Ol Kalou, the capital of Nyandarua County, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Nyandarua County.
South Kinangop sits at an elevation of approximately 2,536 meters (8,321 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Nyandarua County.
The closest cities to South Kinangop include Engineer, Ndunyu Njeru, Ol Kalou. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.
Today in South Kinangop, sunrise is at 06:34 AM and sunset is at 06:42 PM, giving a day length of 12h 7m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from South Kinangop's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
South Kinangop is approximately 81 km (50 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 4,080 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of South Kinangop — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Hatiheu, French Polynesia, roughly 1,122 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.
South Kinangop is approximately 65 km (40 mi) S of Nairobi, the national capital of Kenya, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.